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The news section on Small Business UK allows you to keep up to date with the latest news, economic trends and regulatory developments affecting new and established UK small businesses.

Tradespeople hit with 30 per cent rise in tool thefts in 2016

Tool theft across the UK reached an estimated £35.5 million last year, as trades people see a continued rise, says Simply Business.

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SMEs continue to face a skills shortage in their workforce

The British Chambers of Commerce releases its latest research into the UK’s Digital Economy, highlighting the need for more data and digital skills in many businesses and sectors.

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SME bank Redwood secures banking licence from regulators

Redwood Bank, a new UK SME Business bank, has secured a banking licence following approval from the Financial Conduct Authority and Prudential Regulation Authority.

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UK workers reveal their biggest bugbears about looking for a job

Nearly two thirds of UK workers dislike looking for a new job, with this figure rising to amongst 18-24 year olds.

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UK productivity crisis deepens

A new report exposes the UK’s deepening productivity crisis as businesses are failing to grasp that ramping up recruitment doesn’t necessarily boost output.

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Is there a gender split between the most powerful CEOs?

Does being a man or women affect your career? Research into the Fortune 1000 shows how gender can affect money, success, and their career path.

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UK investors will not allow Brexit to derail their investment plans

Almost half of investors are more open-minded to new investments in the wake of record-low interest rates.

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A quarter of Brits left secondary school without any career advice

Less than one in ten Brits think the careers advice they received in school was impartial and helped them to make the right decision.

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UK investors will not allow Brexit to derail their investment plans

Almost half of investors are more open-minded to new investments in the wake of record-low interest rates.

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A quarter of Brits left secondary school without any career advice

Less than one in ten Brits think the careers advice they received in school was impartial and helped them to make the right decision.

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2017 to be a good year for SMEs that trade internationally

2017 could be the year for SMEs to take advantage of international trading as most businesses report growth over last year.

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Convenience and security over price for UK online shoppers

Nearly a quarter of online shoppers are frustrated by entering checkout payment details, as retailers respond with secure, instant ways to pay.

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SMEs and mid-market businesses more ambitious than ever

Article 50, Brexit and a weak pound isn’t having a negative impact on the UK’s SMEs and mid-market businesses, research reveals.

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Small suppliers still suffer at the hands of big business slow payer ethic

Half of small businesses in the UK are still suffering from slow payer ethic, as large company practices become regulated.

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